For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,828 students in 28403, NC (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,242 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 28403, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28403, NC are Isaac M Bear Early College High School, John T Hoggard High School and Roland-grise Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28403 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28403, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28403, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Isaac M Bear Early College High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
630 Macmillan Avenue
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-1387
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-1387
Grades: 9-12
| 230 students
Rank: #22.
John T Hoggard High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4305 Shipyard Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2072
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2072
Grades: 9-12
| 2,172 students
Rank: #33.
Roland-grise Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4412 Lake Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2136
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2136
Grades: 6-8
| 830 students
Rank: #44.
Winter Park Model Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
204 S Macmillan Ave
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2159
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2159
Grades: K-5
| 292 students
Rank: #55.
Edwin A Alderman Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2025 Independence Blvd
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2031
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2031
Grades: K-5
| 279 students
Rank: #66.
College Park Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5001 Oriole Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2058
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 350-2058
Grades: K-5
| 449 students
Rank: #77.
Wilmington Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
134 Cinema Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 799-6776
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 799-6776
Grades: K-8
| 105 students
Rank: #88.
Forest Hills Global Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
602 Colonial Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 251-6190
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 251-6190
Grades: K-5
| 471 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28403, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28403, NC include Isaac M Bear Early College High School, John T Hoggard High School and Roland-grise Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28403, NC?
8 public schools are located in 28403, NC.
What percentage of students in 28403, NC go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 28403, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28403, NC?
28403, NC public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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